'It was like losing my best friend': Son remembers father who died from COVID
Sixty-two-year-old David Simpson spent the last year-and-a-half helping kids on the bus. He was a bus attendant with Durham School Services who lost his life to the virus.
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Local wildlife officials plead with public to check aquariums if you use Marimo moss balls
After a nationwide outbreak at Petco and PetSmart this week, Washington fish and wildlife officials say it's imperative aquarium owners check for highly invasive zebra mussels.
WA National Guard members to demobilize from Second Harvest
National Guard members are set to demobilize from Spokane's Second Harvest, nearly one year after they were first called to assist with the county's growing need during the pandemic.
Invasive zebra mussels popping up in aquarium products nationwide, including in Washington
Invasive zebra mussels are popping up in pet stores across the U.S., including right here in Washington.
Tens of thousands in Washington may have to repay jobless benefits
SEATTLE (AP) — About 55,000 Washingtonians may have to pay back thousands of dollars in jobless benefits. The Seattle Times reports Cami Feek, the state Employment Security Department’s new acting commissioner, updated state lawmakers Thursday Washington’s response to pandemic-related job…
4 News Now Q&A: Should Washingtonians be worried about the COVID-19 variants?
The pandemic is far from over, but local health experts say a decrease in cases, hospitalizations and deaths are signs of hope. Now, it's a race against the COVID-19 variants, which are believed to be more deadly.
Idaho woman charged with taking part in US Capitol breach
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho woman who bragged on social media videos that she was among those who breached the U.S. Capitol as insurrectionists attempted to stop the certification of President Joe Biden’s election in January has been arrested.…
Hotel Indigo's Magnolia American Brasserie reopens under Phase 2
Now that restaurants can open at 25% capacity, Magnolia American Brasserie is back as of Feb. 26.
Domestic violence suspect arrested in northwest Spokane following hours-long standoff
A domestic violence suspect was arrested by police in northwest Spokane, following an hours-long standoff Thursday night.
Extra grant money could help Spokane Police tackle backlog of sexual assault kits
The Spokane Police Department is hoping for more money from a grant to investigate old sexual assault cases. More than 1,500 kits sat on a shelf -- untested -- prior to 2015.
Spokane Symphony announces virtual Spring concert series
The Spokane Symphony will perform five concerts that will each be available on-demand in April.
Spokane Schools hoping for mass vaccination clinic as state lays out plans to vaccinate more teachers
The Washington Department of Health explained more plans on how teachers, other school staff and child care workers will get vaccinated.
Fewer people can afford a house in Spokane, keeping middle and low-income residents stuck renting
Spokane is one of the fastest growing cities. More people are moving in, creating a rippling effect on an already hot housing market.
Businesses anxious for Gov. Inslee to announce Phase 3 plans
Some elected officials in Washington are frustrated with the state's path forward. That's because there isn't a clear one as Washington sits in Phase 2.
Learn about volunteer opportunities and more during Dishman Hills Conservancy's annual meeting
If you’re looking for the opportunity to get involved in the community, you may want to tune into Dishman Hills Conservancy’s annual public meeting.
Durham bus attendant dies from COVID-19 while in quarantine
Last week, a COVID outbreak forced 36 Spokane-based Durham employees into quarantine. Today, Durham School Services confirmed a bus attendant died from COVID-19 while in quarantine.
Washington essential workers can get vaccinated in a matter of weeks
Gov. Inslee announced Thursday that essential workers will be able to get the COVID vaccine on March 22.
Mayor Woodward sends Phase 3 proposal to Gov. Inslee
Spokane Mayor Nadine Woodward wrote a letter to Gov. Inslee outlining a proposal for Phase 3 -- a plan collaborated on by 20 elected officials in the East Region.
'It is not a serious proposal'; Governor's Office slams WA Senate GOP's Phase 3 plan
Washington State Senate Republicans proposed a plan to reopen the state and move to Phase 3, but Gov. Inslee's office slammed the proposal, calling it "political rhetoric with bullet points."
Two telemarketing companies shut down, fined nearly $500K for robocall fundraising scheme
The FTC and 40 attorneys general have shut down a telemarketing scheme that spammed people with more than 1.3 billion robocalls, fining them $495,000 to be paid to legitimate charities.
Made in the Northwest: Liberty Lake Wine Cellars
It's a boutique winery known for its big, bold red wines. Despite limited production, Liberty Lake Wine Cellars is making a splash with its award winning wines. Derek Deis helps you sip in the story in this edition of Made in the Northwest.
Catholic bishops recommend choosing vaccine other than Johnson & Johnson
Catholics nationwide are being told by the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops that it's morally acceptable to get a COVID-19 vaccine, but practicing Catholics should choose Pfizer or Moderna vaccines if given a choice.
Back-To-School 101: Coeur d'Alene Public Schools decides to move students to five days a week
While the school district isn't declaring the 'green' or 'slight risk' category quite yet, it will be transitioning all grade levels to full-time in-person learning after spring break.
Meals on Wheels partners with local pharmacies to vaccinate vulnerable seniors
Meals on Wheels is partnering with local pharmacies to make sure some the area's most vulnerable community members have access to the COVID-19 vaccine.
